#middle east

Travel
Wadi Rum, Jordan: A Journey Through the Valley of the Moon
Discover the otherworldly red desert of Wadi Rum, a protected wilderness of towering sandstone cliffs, ancient rock art and Bedouin hospitality.

News
Israelis vote in record numbers as election results awaited
Record turnout in Israel's general election has left parties facing likely coalition negotiations, with exit polls showing a tight contest between Likud and Yashar.

News
Gulf states can turn Syrian refugee crisis into growth engine, analysis says
A new analysis argues that Gulf countries have a unique opportunity to support Syrian refugees' economic inclusion, boosting regional trade and reducing aid dependence.